A brake fluid change is one of the most important ways you can look after your car. Without looking after your brake fluid, your brakes will suffer from a loss of performance. And it’s easy to see why this is dangerous… By the end of this article, you will understand: What a brake fluid change […]
Mandy Weston
Mandy is an ex-mechanic, with 22 years’ experience in the motor industry. As an in-house motoring expert, Mandy is the go-to woman for any relevant questions that our customers have; both garages and drivers. From specific problems with your car to general maintenance, Mandy is a reliable source of information and advice. Her passion for motoring is a huge factor to her success and the huge wealth of knowledge that she has. She now uses her remarkable grasp of the industry to write regular content for our readers to help drivers understand their car better, avoid being ripped off by garages and save money on their motoring requirements.
What is A Speed Awareness Course? (And What to Expect From One)
A speed awareness course is a policing initiative designed to clamp down on speeding in the UK. Which is just as well because, according to Government statistics, when people have the opportunity to speed, they will. A staggering 39% of UK drivers were caught exceeding the speed limit in 2020 during ‘free flow speed’. This […]
Summer Health Check: Get Your Car Ready for Summer!
Summer is just around the corner and we can’t wait to get out and about again. But as more of us dream of a ‘staycation’, summer road trip or other fun and excitement, the last thing you need is an unhealthy car or a breakdown. That’s where our Summer Health Check comes in. Don’t take […]
What Does a Full Car Service Include?
Understanding what a full car service includes, and how it differs from the other servicing options, is a big challenge for any driver. It’s also important to understand when to book a full service and why you should make it a regular part of your car maintenance. This article will explain all of this as […]
How Much Does Car Wheel Alignment Cost?
In the UK, the average car wheel alignment cost is £42.63, according to bookings made through BookMyGarage. For 2 wheels, the average wheel alignment cost is £41.23, and the UK average for a 4-wheel alignment is £74.64. You should also look to book wheel balancing alongside your wheel alignment. This raises the cost slightly, but only […]
How Much Does a Catalytic Converter Cost? (2021)
Urban pollution in the UK contributes to around 40,000 excess deaths each year! Fortunately, the catalytic converter (also known as the ‘cat’) helps minimise your car’s emissions. Unfortunately, when things go wrong, your catalytic converter can cost a small fortune to repair. But why is that? And how much does a catalytic converter cost? In […]